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Taylor&Emmet LLP is one of the leading and most successful law firms in the South Yorkshire region, a position it has held for nearly 150 years.

This success has been achieved by delivering the highest quality legal advice to business and private clients, many of whom have remained with the firm for generations.

To maintain this enviable position, we have invested significantly in the business in recent years, in terms of our geographic location, number of offices, technology and the quality and ability of our people.

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We’re here to take care of life’s milestone moments. Our expert solicitors have been delivering the highest quality legal services to private clients for 150 years, with many families remaining loyal for generations.

We offer a sympathetic ear and a helping hand, to guide you through the most complicated personal matters. Our specialists work with you to achieve your objectives, whilst having the knowledge and experience to off er no nonsense, practical advice in plain English. Rely on us, when it matters the most.

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﻿We’re here to look after your business interests. Integrity, professionalism and the highest standards of client care form the bedrock of our services. We have the breadth of expertise and experience to help you achieve the right results.

We become a seamless part of your team by building a rapport with key staff , learning about your operation and being transparent in our work. Developing a partnership based on trust allows us to deliver cost eff ective, honest and legal advice services that will protect and enhance your organisation. Rely on us, when it matters the most.

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Being a full-service law firm means that we can tailor our legal services for sectors. This allows us to be the go-to for all your legal requirements. For more information on how we can advice you visit our key sector pages.

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We have been consistently recognised by The Legal 500 guide to the legal profession as one of the leading law firms in the South Yorkshire region and throughout this website you will find evidence of the references made to Taylor&Emmet, drawn from the 2012 and 2013 editions.

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Whether you are a business or an individual seeking legal advice for the very first time, our tried and tested approach to client service remains the same.

The firm’s employment law experts have welcomed the decision and believe there is now a window of opportunity to issue claims for free, even if they are technically out of time.

Tom Draper, Taylor&Emmet’s head of employment law, said: “In normal circumstances, aggrieved employees have three months from the date of dismissal to bring a claim, however, the tribunal has the power to extend this period. I see no reason why the Supreme Court’s decision could not be used to argue the time limit should be increased because prohibitive costs prevented action being taken initially.

“It is important to note this will not be an option indefinitely. The tribunal’s power to extend time limits on this basis will be restricted and potential claimants will lose the right to use this argument if they delay too long.”

In a momentous ruling, the Supreme Court decreed the government’s charges for employment tribunals are unlawful. It determined they prevent access to justice and indirectly discriminate, particularly against women, who were impacted disproportionately because they are more likely to work part time.

Fees of up to £1,200 were introduced four years ago to transfer part of the cost burden from the taxpayer to users of the tribunal service and reduce the number of weak or vexatious claims. Since their introduction, the number of cases has dropped by 70% and the reason most frequently cited for not taking action was the high upfront cost.

Tom added: “There has been a predictable backlash against this ruling by those who think it will lead to a flood of new claims. I genuinely believe employers who follow good employment law practise and have up to date HR procedures have nothing to fear from the tribunal system and we should applaud a decision that, once again, makes justice accessible to all.”